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Advances in understanding the nutritional and nutraceutical properties of apples

Code: 9781835450543
Publication date: 29/01/2024
Extent: 18 pages

Contributions by: Gabriela Ploscuțanu, “Dunărea de Jos” University of Galați, Romania

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter reviews the latest scientific studies on the health benefits of apples, including fresh, canned, frozen, dried and/or juice (clear and cloudy) and their phytochemicals. Due to their popularity, accessibility and high nutritional content, apples have been the subject of many scientific studies targeting chronic disease prevention. Their consumption has been correlated with positive outcomes for a variety of diseases, including cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cognitive and lung disorders.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2023.0127.05
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 The phytochemical composition of apples
  • 3 Nutraceuticals in apple products
  • 4 The role of apple nutraceutical compounds in promoting health and preventing disease
  • 5 Conclusion
  • 6 References

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